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Taking a job in Arlington in June and will be relocating with my family (children ages 4 & 2) and would like to know of affordable (by MA standards) areas that offer good schools / safety / etc... Prefer a commute that is under an hour each way? We will have to rent for the first year, but would prefer to rent in a family neighborhood? Any help would be appreciated!
Thanks...
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Belmont has a great school system, and is a nice area for families. Alrington is great too!! Lexington is worth a shot as well. I rent a 2 bedroom in Watertown for $1400. I think it's cheaper then Arlington/Belmont/Lexington. It's modern apartment, and there's a lot of young families in the neighborhood. I don't know how the school system is though. Good luck!

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